Dr. Richard Thomas is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon practicing in MacOn, Georgia. Dr. Thomas has performed 42 Medicare-verified knee replacements (#61 in Georgia) and 31 shoulder replacements, for a combined total of 73 procedures.
Dr. Thomas's combined volume of 73 procedures places them above the Georgia statewide average of 55. Among 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia, Dr. Thomas ranks #59 overall.
Dr. Thomas's reported Medicare volume is split between knee replacements (42 cases) and shoulder replacements (31 cases).
MacOn is home to 9 orthopedic surgeons in the current Medicare dataset. Patients in the MacOn area can compare surgeon volume and procedure specialization to find the right fit for their joint replacement needs.
Verified Medicare Cases
How is this estimated?
Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims represent approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally (source: CMS data, AJRR). This range estimates the surgeon's total practice volume across all payers. The verified Medicare count above is the definitive, audited figure.
Verified Case Volume Trends (2013-Current)
Frequently Asked Questions About Dr. Thomas
How does Dr. Thomas's procedure volume compare to other Georgia surgeons?
Dr. Thomas has performed 73 Medicare-verified joint replacement procedures. This is in line with the Georgia average of 55 procedures per surgeon. Dr. Thomas ranks #59 out of 255 orthopedic surgeons in Georgia.
What types of joint replacement does Dr. Thomas perform?
Dr. Thomas's Medicare data shows procedures in knee replacement (42 cases) and shoulder replacement (31 cases).
Are there other orthopedic surgeons near Dr. Thomas in MacOn?
Yes. There are 9 orthopedic surgeons in MacOn in the current Medicare dataset. Patients can compare procedure volumes and specializations to choose the surgeon who best fits their needs. Use the state page to view all Georgia surgeons.
What does the Medicare data for Dr. Thomas represent?
The procedure counts shown are based on the most recent Medicare Part B fee-for-service claims data, published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). This captures approximately 33–37% of all joint replacements performed nationally. Dr. Thomas's total practice volume — including private insurance and Medicare Advantage patients — is likely higher than the 73 procedures shown here.
Other Orthopedic Surgeons in MacOn, Georgia
Compare Dr. Thomas's volume with other surgeons practicing in MacOn.
| Surgeon | Procedures | Specialties |
|---|---|---|
| Dr. Robert Thornsberry | 99 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Wood Pope | 67 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Dennis Jorgensen | 62 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Timothy Stapleton | 56 | Knee, Shoulder |
| Dr. William Barnes | 48 | Hip, Knee |
| Dr. Joseph Slappey | 37 | Knee |
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